University Takes Important Step Towards Medical School Independence

Following a comprehensive review, and a visit by the General Medical Council (GMC) this week, the Medical School is now able to confirm recruitment to two new medical courses.

These students will be the first to graduate as University of Lincoln Medical Students, as the University transitions from its current partnership model with the University of Nottingham to full independence.

Students will be able to join the University’s Medicine with a Gateway Year course for September 2025 entry via Clearing, and its new five-year independent medical programme from September 2026.

This marks a crucial step in the University’s plans to train the next generation of doctors and comes less than a year after the first ever cohort of students to study at Lincoln Medical School graduated, some of whom are now working in Lincolnshire’s NHS.

Professor Jamie Read, Dean of the Lincoln Medical School, said: “This marks a critical milestone in our journey to train the next generation of doctors in Lincolnshire to address the significant medical workforce gaps within the local area. We are delighted to have received positive feedback from the GMC and look forward to welcoming our first students very soon.”

The GMC will continue to work closely with the Medical School over the next six years, before making a final decision about awarding the University status that enables graduating students to join the medical register in the UK.

An independent Lincoln Medical School will play a key role in supporting Lincolnshire’s healthcare services – helping to fulfil the region’s medical needs and providing greater opportunity for local young people to pursue a career in Medicine.

Chris Moran, Medicine Gateway Year Leader, added: “We are delighted to be able to welcome our first cohort of Lincoln Medical Students in 2025. This new course is designed to provide opportunities for aspiring doctors from non-traditional backgrounds; recognising that many students may have faced challenges that could have limited access to other medical schools.

“At Lincoln, we are committed to supporting them every step of the way as they work towards achieving their ambition of becoming doctors. Our students will bring a rich diversity of experiences and perspectives, which we believe are essential in shaping compassionate, well-rounded medical professionals.”